🐾 Join Our Dream Team at Animal Care Center of North Jersey! 🐶

You put everything into your job. It’s time your employer did the same for you. Amazing pay. Industry-leading benefits. Co-workers as quirky and pet-obsessed as you.

Welcome to Animal Care Center of North Jersey.

We’re looking for a full-time experienced, Veterinary Technician (CVT preferred) to join our family of quirky-pet-obsessed humans. The ideal candidate is a lifelong learner and is passionate about being part of a supportive team of veterinary care experts who are known for providing the best possible care. 

Animal Care Center of North Jersey is a full-service small animal hospital, offering the gold standard in medical and surgical care. We believe healthy pets make happy people, and we strive to provide high-quality veterinary care for cats and dogs in the area. Our diagnostic equipment includes an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, and ultrasound. Most importantly, we have phenomenal, experienced support staff who are crucial to the success of patient and client care. Our doctors perform a variety of routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries and dentistry. All our patients undergoing anesthesia have pre-op lab work and receive an IV catheter, IV fluids, and are carefully monitored and recovered by our skilled surgical technicians. We are a busy clinic with excellent clientele. You can learn more about our amazing practice at: https://animalcarecenternj.com/ 

Full-Time Schedule will be 4 10hr shifts weekly and 1-2 Saturdays per month

A Day in the Life:

➔ Collaborate with a team of veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care and client service.

➔ Help veterinarians with patient exams, procedures, and surgeries, ensuring all equipment and supplies are prepared and ready.

➔ Administer medications, vaccinations, lab tests, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.

➔ Monitor anesthesia and patient vitals during surgical and dental procedures.

➔ Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and recovering patients, including wound management, IV catheterization, and fluid therapy.

➔ Enjoy an un-rushed lunch (because your team has things covered back at the office)

➔ Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, such as radiography and ultrasound machines.

➔ Communicate with pet owners, explain treatment plans, provide updates on patient status, and address any questions or concerns.

➔ Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, treatment plans, and medical histories.

➔ Get home at a reasonable hour

Skills & Requirements:

● Preferred but not required Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or equivalent from an accredited program.

● Strong knowledge of veterinary medical practices, procedures, and terminology.

          ●Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital including surgical prep experience, anesthesia monitoring, and other technical skillset is required for this position

● Proficiency in compassionately handling and restraining animals, including those exhibiting stress or fear.

● Ability to work well under pressure, multitask, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

● Proficiency in using veterinary software for patient records and medical documentation.

● Physical capability to lift, carry, and restrain animals of varying sizes.

 

Perks + Benefits:

➔ Flexible work schedules

➔ Generous paid time off including sick days 

➔ Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health benefits

➔ Student debt assistance

➔ Personalized mentorship program

➔ Specialty training opportunities

➔ Mental health resources

 

Join a family of veterinary technicians as passionate about making a difference as you are.

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Animal Care Center of North Jersey is part of Veterinary Innovative Partners. Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP) has built a network of more than 35 world-class veterinary clinics and hospitals across 9 states. We provide the highest standard of care to the pets we treat and the amazing people who choose to work with us. Our approach is simple: Treat every team member like the VIP they are and always do the right thing.